Crew Marathon for Mental Health: Mel White on Wellbeing & ISWAN Support | Superyacht Laundry

What happens when yacht crew turn wellbeing into action? You get Marathon for Mental Health — a brand-new initiative launched by Mel White of Seas the Mind to raise vital funds for ISWAN and spark global conversations around crew welfare.



In this episode of Superyacht Laundry, host Cherise Reedman welcomes back Mel to discuss the state of mental health in yachting — from fatigue around the topic to the growing demand for yacht-specific, practical training. Most importantly, Mel shares how the Marathon for Mental Health is uniting crew worldwide to walk, run, or hike the distance of a marathon between October 10th (World Mental Health Day) and October 31st — all while raising funds for ISWAN’s 24/7 support services.



💡 This episode dives into:

🌍 Why the Marathon for Mental Health matters — and how to join

🛥️ The evolution of mental health awareness onboard yachts

📊 Why consistent, fact-based training is key to crew wellbeing

💪 Making wellbeing accessible — from 5K fun runs to full marathon teams

💬 How crew-led initiatives are reshaping the industry from within

🎯 This year’s fundraising goal — and how it directly supports ISWAN



Because when crew come together for crew, it’s not just about awareness — it’s about creating real change, real tools, and lasting support across the industry.



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🎧 Full interview with Mel White available on all major podcast platforms.

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🎬 Produced by Maxine Holmes



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